Get ready to delve into the dark and intriguing world of true crime with these gripping documentaries on Netflix. From perplexing mysteries to shocking scandals, these 12 films will keep you on the edge of your seat as you unravel the truth behind some of the most baffling cases in history.
Files of the Unexplained
Explore eerie encounters, bizarre disappearances, and haunting events in this chilling investigative docuseries that delves into perplexing phenomena, leaving viewers questioning the boundaries of the unknown.
American Nightmare
Witness the shocking aftermath of a home invasion and kidnapping as a couple is accused of staging the ordeal, raising questions about truth and deception in this riveting true-crime docuseries.
West of Memphis
Follow the gripping 18-year battle for justice as three Tennessee men, wrongfully imprisoned as teenagers for a trio of shocking murders, fight to clear their names in this compelling documentary that exposes flaws in the justice system.
Can I Tell You a Secret?
Witness the harrowing stories of three women whose lives are forever changed by a prolific stalker who infiltrates their social media accounts, shedding light on the dangers of online obsession and its real-world consequences.
The Outreau Case: A French Nightmare
Unravel the tragic affair of child abuse and judicial disaster as this docuseries revisits the Outreau case, one of the biggest scandals in French history, exposing the dark underbelly of the legal system and its impact on innocent lives.
Crime Scene Berlin: Nightlife Killer
Experience the shock waves that reverberate through the Berlin party scene as a string of grisly murders terrifies the city, with the killer at large until one victim’s survival leads to a breakthrough in this gripping true-crime tale.
Homicide: New York
Join detectives and prosecutors as they revisit their most challenging homicide cases, offering a chilling glimpse into the gritty reality of crime in the Big Apple in this compelling docuseries from the creator of “Law & Order.”
Love, Stalker, Killer
Dive into a twisting tale of romantic obsession turned deadly as a mechanic’s foray into online dating takes a dark turn, exposing the sinister depths of human desire in this gripping documentary.
The Indrani Mukerjea Story
Buried Truth: Gain unprecedented access and new revelations as this docuseries digs deep into the disappearance of Sheena Bora, shedding light on the dark secrets lurking beneath the surface of a high-profile case.
The Program: Cons, Cults and Kidnapping
Follow the journey of a woman haunted by her past as she exposes corruption and abuse in the troubled teen industry, shining a light on the dark underbelly of institutionalized mistreatment.
American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders
Uncover the truth behind a journalist’s mysterious death as he pursues a political conspiracy known as the Octopus, with new details emerging decades later in this gripping investigative documentary.
Man On The Run
Delve into the true story of the 1MDB scandal as a high-flying businessman’s embezzlement of funds leads to a web of connections with movie stars and politicians, exposing the corrupt underpinnings of wealth and power.
Prepare for a binge-worthy journey into the heart of darkness with these gripping true crime documentaries. From shocking murders to intricate conspiracies, these films will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the human psyche and the depths of depravity. So grab your popcorn and settle in for a marathon of suspenseful storytelling on Netflix.
